Professional Portraits by Susan Arness

Urban portrait

I had a lot of fun doing this series of  portraits.   I had less photo gear (camera and onboard flash only) which simplified things. 

New portrait-black background

I really like the black background look! 

The lighting is somewhat tricky but worth it. I love the hair light too. It just brings out even more sparkle to the image.

another portrait - Victoria Givlin

I was blessed to have the chance to shoot such a beautiful model- Victoria Givlin.   She was such a natural in front of the camera.

2018 Portrait in Black and White

There is so much involved in getting a good portrait.  Lighting and equipment and finding poses to make the subject shine. 

Handsome young man.... with his iron ring

I have been working on portraits this year.  This one was done impromptu.  I used a soft box to achieve the correct lighting.   This young man just got his "iron ring" - on his way to becoming a professional engineer.